Thyridanthrax Bee Fly vs Fever Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Thyridanthrax Bee Fly | Fever Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Thyridanthrax fenestratus | Dilophus febrilis |
| Order | Diptera | Diptera |
| Family | Bombyliidae | Bibionidae |
| Size | 8-14 mm | 5-7 mm |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Farmland |
| Diet | Parasitoids | Nectar Feeders |
| Regions | Southern Europe, North Africa, Middle East | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Thyridanthrax Bee Fly
A bee fly with distinctive clear 'windows' in otherwise dark wings, found in sandy habitats across southern Europe. Larvae are parasitoids of tiger beetle and solitary wasp larvae.
Did You Know?
The translucent 'windows' in its dark wings may help break up its outline, camouflaging it against dappled sandy ground.
Fever Fly
A small, shiny black march fly with spiny front tibiae used for digging. It was once believed to cause fevers in humans, hence its common name, though it is completely harmless.
Did You Know?
Its spiny front legs are used by females to dig into soil for egg-laying, an unusual adaptation among flies.